Pets and Living in an HOA
Sunshine and getting outside for a walk are things we are all doing more of these days and that includes our pets. Just a few friendly reminders to be sure to pick up after your pets during this season. As more people are out walking due to the closure of many local gyms, it’s more […]
The Benefits of Spring Cleaning
With all of us being at home for the time-being, this might be your year to do a deep-down spring clean. There are a lot of surprise benefits to spring cleaning! It helps alleviate allergy and asthma symptoms. Cleaning up pollutants like dust, pet dander, dirt, mildew, mold, and more will improve your air quality […]
Don’t Break Your Own Rules in Rule Enforcement
Spring is here and that means Community Managers and Board members will be active in walk-arounds/site inspections while hoping to whip the association back in to shape after a long winter’s nap. Rule violations are always a focus in these efforts. Melted snow un-earths pet damage to turf; holiday lights still adorn balconies; neglected exterior […]
Year-End Requirements for Associations
Did you know that associations, as a registered non-profit corporation, are required to file Federal and State taxes? It is also important to be aware of any requirements of your governing docs for an annual financial review or audit. If you are governed under MCIOA (Minnesota Common Interest Ownership Act,which effects all condominium associations and […]
Board Tips: Make Your Meetings Matter
In previous issues we’ve discussed the importance of a strong meeting facilitator; we’ve suggested agenda formats to create better meeting efficiency; and recently we wrote on the principle that meetings should be regulated to making decisions. There’s no denying that we live in a culture of meetings. In this issue’s Board Tips, we offer one […]
Sharper Offers Board Training Session – January 15th
Sharper Management will present a free Board training seminar on Tuesday, January 15, 6 p.m. at the Bell Plaza office building in Bloomington (3800 American Blvd W). All Board members from community associations managed by Sharper are welcome to attend. “Board Basics: An Orientation for Board Members” will be led by Sharper’s two directors of […]
Insurance: So Why Does the Association Have to File a Claim?
There are few things trickier and more complicated in the operation of a community association than that of insurance. What types of policies must the association have? What is the scope of coverage? How does the “master policy” work with the individual homeowner’s policy (“HO6”)? There are many components and questions. Perhaps the most seldom […]
Sharper Holiday Greetings
All of us at Sharper Management would like to take a moment to thank you for a wonderful 2018. We experienced another incredible year of growth, adding a number of new clients from all over the metro area. We find it a tremendous honor to be entrusted to work with Boards to help manage homeowner […]
Fountainwoods II Condo Association and Sharper Join Forces
Eden Prairie, Minn – (August 17, 2018) – Effective August 1st, Sharper Management is pleased to welcome Fountain Woods II Condominium Association to the stable of clients managed in the Edina area. Originally constructed in the early 70s and incorporated as Condominiums a decade later, Fountain Woods is a beautiful community made up of four […]
Sharper Management Welcomes New Assistant Community Manager
Eden Prairie, MN, (September 20, 2018) – Sharper Management is pleased to welcome Grant Peterson to its team as the newest Assistant Community Manager. Peterson brings a strong background in real estate through his experience as an agent selling in the condo, co-op, townhome and other multi-family property markets. Additionally, he serves on the Board […]